Hi! I read all the reviews and ordered a half size bigger, 11.5. My right foot fit perfectly, my left foot was too loose. So, I brought it back and tried the 11's, left foot too tight, right foot just right. Tried another 11.5, left foot too loose (you really don't want your foot rubbing up and down on a 10 mile hike), so I gave up, tried some Columbias, which were much lighter but felt wierd, they have an odd design, and finally settled on the Merrill Moab Trail boots. I liked the Hi-Tecs but couldn't get a good fit for both feet. So, moral of the story, go into the store for shoes, otherwise you'll be sending them back and forth forever until you get a good fit. Kudos for their return policy, free shipping back, etc. The Merrill boots cost 2x as much, but fit like slippers, are lighter, and no break in! I love these!

Recommendation: Hi Tec, a decent boot if you can get it to fit, Merrill - a transcendent experience.

Great hiking boots. I wanted something comfortable with strong sole and some ankle support. The shipping was free, because I ordered from the store. If you order online, the shipping is not free. I went back to the store with the shoes and picked out inserts. Don't go cheap. The inserts make a huge difference! I broke them in on a six mile hike to Kaena Point, Hawaii. Very comfortable. No problems. I highly recommend them.